American Legion Monthly Meeting
2026-04-02 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | American Legion Post 232, 12580 S River Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States

Bittersweet Farms Music Vine Concert Series
2026-04-03 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Join us for live music every Friday from 11:30am-1:00pm. Music Vine is held at the Grand Rapids Town Hall from October-April, and in the Pavilion at Bittersweet Farms in Whitehouse (12660 Archbold-Whitehouse Rd., Whitehouse, OH 43571) from May-September. This event is free and open to the public, so bring your favorite rhythm instrument and your dancing shoes and get ready to rock!
Please note: pop and coffee are not permitted at Music Vine. Thank you for your cooperation!
Upcoming Music Vine Schedule:
REMINDER: Music Vine is currently in its indoor season at the Grand Rapids Town Hall (24282 Front St., Grand Rapids, OH)!
1/23/2026 – Aaron Konwinski—CANCELLED due to dangerous cold
1/30/2026 – Birds of a Feather
2/6/2026- Noah Nelson
2/13/2026- Bittersweet Karaoke
2/20/2026- Aaron Hertzfeld
2/27/2026- John Reichle
3/6/2026- Dooley Wilson
3/13/2026- Papa Teague
3/20/2026- Jason Ramm
3/27/2026- Bittersweet Karaoke
4/3/2026- No Vine (Good Friday Holiday)
4/10/2026- Asa Danekind
4/17/2026- Birds of a Feather
4/24/2026- Jim Boedicker

Pottery Class- make a penguin!
2026-04-03 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | PB&J Studios – A Division of Angelwood Gallery, 24195 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Join Julie, owner of Angelwood Gallery and 30 year plus pottery teacher for this fun pottery class for 18 years and older on Friday April 3 from 6 pm-7:30 pm. Held at the PB and J studio (two doors down from Angelwood Gallery, 24195 Front).
Prepayment and preregistration required. No experience needed, all materials and firings included $40.
To register email: angelwoodgallery@gmail.com or visit Angelwood Gallery and sign up in person.

Miniatures Painting Class
2026-04-03 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | GameChefs, 24232 W Second Street, Grand Rapids, 43522, United States
Instructor: Isabel Wolke
Learning to paint your miniatures. (Free Class) Ages 16+
This is a monthly class for all skill levels. All materials are provided to learn how to paint your favorite miniatures with regular, in-depth and highly detailed tutorials, painting challenges, courses, give-aways and best of all, a thriving community of amazing hobbyists!
You can bring your own miniature or miniatures or we will provide you with a fantasy or Sci-fi mini. Techniques will be discussed and taught such as Zenithal Priming and highlighting, shading and washes.
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Isabel Wolke is a painter and educator from Northwest Ohio, who received her Master of Fine Arts Degree at the University of Cincinnati in 2024. She is currently teaching painting and drawing at Bowling Green State University where she received her Bachelor of Fine Arts in 2021. She is an avid Dungeons and Dragons player and master and enjoys playing table top games with friends. Isabel enjoys teaching and wants to make the hobby of painting miniatures more approachable and accessible to those interested.
Whether you are a beginner or a veteran, Isabel invites you to join her in exploring the world of miniatures and the fun that it brings.

First Presbyterian Church Services
2026-04-05 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-12 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-04-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | First Presbyterian Church, 17700 Beaver St, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Sunday School 9am and Sunday Worship 10am

Grand Rapids Township Fire & Rescue Training & Meeting
2026-04-06 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | New Fire Station, 17706 Wapakoneta Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, United States
We are 100% volunteer department serving nearly 1,600 residents of Grand Rapids Township. In addition to the 14 square miles of Grand Rapids township, we also offer water rescue for ~9 miles of the Maumee River in Grand Rapids and Washington Townships. We train every other Monday at the New Fire Station on Wapakoneta at 7pm and follow up with our meeting at 8pm.

Kids Volunteer Hour
2026-04-07 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | The Otsego Food Pantry at the First Presbyterian Church, 17700 Beaver Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
The Otsego Food Pantry presents the 2026 Kids Volunteer Hour.
Kids age Pre-K through 8th grade can come to the Otsego Food Pantry and spend an hour volunteering on projects that help support the pantry. Always the first Tuesday of every month. Call/text the pantry at 419-830-1051 with questions.

Sons of the Legion Monthly Meeting
2026-04-07 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | American Legion Post 232, 12580 S River Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States

Red Cross Blood Drive
2026-04-09 12:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Hosanna Lutheran Fellowship Hall, 23019 Kellogg Road, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
To schedule an appointment, please call Gloria at 419-215-5416 or visit RedCrossBlood.org.

YogaFaith
2026-04-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | BuchuVida, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Experience Yoga Faith, a transformative weekly class at Buchuvida led by Jo Feltman and Christine Fowler. Donations accepted.
Unite your mind, body, and spirit through gentle movements, breathwork, and mindfulness. People of all experience levels are welcome. Discover inner peace, release stress, and cultivate well-being.
Join us and embark on a journey of self- realization and harmony.
Space is limited, please sign up on our website buchuvida.com/new-events.

Grand Re-Opening at Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow
2026-04-10 12:00 - 2026-04-12 18:00 (America/New_York) | Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, 24196 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Grand Spring Reopening
4/10, 11& 12 F S & Sun 12-6
Refreshments available
Then back to regular hours.
Been a long winter so we would love to see you. Pop in and say hello, grab a glass of wine and shop, shop, shop.
*20% OFF JACKETS, VESTS, BLAZERS, COATS & SWEATERS* MENS & WOMENS* The racks are full.

Mary Jane Thurston Marina Trail Clean Up
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Mary Jane Thurston Marina, 24030 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Rain or shine! Help us clean the Storybook Trail.

Trail Clean Up at Mary Jane Thurston Marina
2026-04-11 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Mary Jane Thurston Marina, 24030 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States

Farm Breakfast with Wood County Park District
2026-04-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Otsego Park: Thompson Stone Hall, 20000 W. River Rd (SR65), Bowling Green, OH, 43402, United States
Come taste the fruits of our labors – buckwheat pancakes with maple syrup, bacon and eggs and other treats raised or grown on the Carter Historic Farm. Food will be available until it is gone in a first-come first-served format. Visitors will be served from a breakfast buffet.
For more information call (419) 353-1897 Ext. 400.

Village Council Meeting
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States

Township Trustees Meeting
2026-04-13 19:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | New Fire Station, 17706 Wapakoneta Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, United States

Chamber of Commerce Meeting
2026-04-14 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | Grand Rapids Library, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States

Historical Society of Grand Rapids Ohio Monthly Meeting
2026-04-15 19:30 - 20:30 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
The Historical Society of Grand Rapids Ohio was formed in 1975 at the suggestion of Mayor James Carter, who recognized that there was a growing interest in our local history. About thirty interested individuals met in September at the Mid Am Bank building to develop plans and the first annual meeting was held on October 26th. Marilyn Stevens was chosen as the first President with Robert Marlow as Vice-President. They led the group for the first two years and were succeeded by June Huffman, President, Ronald Studer, Vice-President, Cleo Heising, Secretary, and Ann Laskey, Treasurer. The first Summer Musical was A Musicale, American Style, performed at the Town Hall in 1976. The entire community came together to help the Historical Society sponsor the first annual Applebutter Fest in October 1977.
To this day, citizens of the Village work hard to enhance and preserve the history of the Village. It seems fitting that one of the purposes of the Applebutter Fest is to preserve the memories of pioneer life for it is the reminders of the past that make Grand Rapids an historic place to live and visit.
The Historical Society returns the proceeds from the Applebutter Fest to the local community. Many local organizations fund their annual activities through participation in this event. As costs continue to rise, it becomes a greater challenge to cover our expenses and meet our goals.
The Historical Society Board meets monthly at the Town Hall. The membership meets annually in October, just prior to the start of the last Rhythm of the River event of the season. A notice is sent to the membership in late August, when the annual membership drive is held.
​With the support of our members and the community at large, we are able to fund the following:

Sponsor Applebutter Fest, Rhythm on the River, and a Summer Musical
Maintain the Welcome Log Cabin, Lincoln Street, Howard Park, historical markers, and town signage
Support other local organizations with their events, such as the Grand Rapids Arts Council’s Jazz Fest and the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce’s Rapids Rally Days and Christmas Open House
Provide education programs at Otsego schools and/or in community
Collect and preserve historical photographs, memorabilia, and oral histories

Do you wish to become a more active member in your community? Do you enjoy the annual Applebutter Fest, Rhythm on the River, or other events sponsored by us? Do you have an interest in local history and its preservation? If so, please consider becoming a member of the Historical Society of Grand Rapids Ohio!
Membership is only $5.00 per person. If you have questions, please Contact Us.

Star Wars Unlimited Play
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | GameChefs, 24232 W Second Street, Grand Rapids, 43522, United States
Every 1st and 3rd Thursday
Stop in to play or if you are new, ask for a demo of this award winning Trading Card Game.
Random participation prizes.
We also play almost every Saturday from 1pm-5pm.

Grand Rapids Arts Council Meeting
2026-04-16 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Library, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Be part of something creative and impactful — the Grand Rapids Arts Council (GRAC) invites you to attend our monthly arts council meeting, held every 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM at the Grand Rapids Library, located at 24126 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH. This gathering is open to all community members interested in supporting the arts in Grand Rapids, Ohio and surrounding areas.
The mission of the Grand Rapids Arts Council is to create, nurture, and sustain an artistic and cultural environment in Grand Rapids and the Otsego area, one that encourages creative expression, brings communities together, and promotes the arts. Grand Rapids Arts CouncilAs a volunteer-driven, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, GRAC offers programs and outreach across visual arts, performing arts, music, creative writing, and other cultural arts for individuals of all ages.
You’ll also find GRAC’s initiatives in public art (such as their sculpture garden), art camps, gallery shows, and community events.
Why attend:

Learn about upcoming arts events, exhibits, and council initiatives

Share ideas or feedback on arts programming

Connect with fellow artists, volunteers, and community supporters

Get involved in planning, advocacy, or outreach efforts

Want to make a difference in your community through the arts? The Grand Rapids Arts Council welcomes new members and volunteers year-round. Whether you’re passionate about art, event planning, fundraising, outreach, or just want to help strengthen arts and culture in Grand Rapids, Ohio, there’s a place for you. Membership donations and volunteer work help support GRAC’s mission to bring inclusive, vibrant arts programming to our community.
If you’d like to get involved, ask questions, or just attend to learn more, come to a meeting or contact us via email: grandrapidsartscouncil@gmail.com.
Together, we can build a thriving cultural ecosystem in Northwest Ohio. Join us at the next Grand Rapids Arts Council meeting and help shape creativity, connection, and community.

Friday Night Fish Fry at the American Legion
2026-04-17 17:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | American Legion Post 232, 12580 S River Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Join the American Legion as we host our traditional Friday Night Fish Fry! The third Friday of every month (Sept-May) starting at 5pm until sold out. Dine in and spend time with your friends and neighbors, grab and go for a nice meal at home, or take it to the Towpath and have your dinner with a view only Grand Rapids Ohio can provide!
Out legion team works tirelessly for 3 days prepping the fish, preparing the coleslaw, baked goods and staging the hall. It’s a family friendly dinner for a good cause. Join us on the third Friday, you’re guaranteed to walk away full and happy.
Cost is $15 but subject to change. Find them on Facebook for more details.

The Old Ball Game
2026-04-18 11:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Providence Metropark, 13205 S River Rd, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Providence, Historic parking lotApril 18, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.Reservations Required, FREE
Take me out to the old ball game! Step back into the year 1876 and play a game of One Old Cat at Providence Metropark. Learn the rules and experience a type of scrub baseball game easily picked up and enjoyed by people of all ages in the 19th century. Minors must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
REGISTER: https://ohmetroparkstoledoweb.myvscloud.com/…/search…
If you are unable to register online, please call 419-407-9700 to speak with a member of our Customer Service department during normal business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Must register all participants unless otherwise noted.

Dogs are not permitted unless otherwise noted.

250th Lecture Series: Fallen Timbers - Dave Westrick
2026-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Join us as we celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary through a series of historical lectures from April 18- Oct 3. History includes: Fallen Timbers, War of 1812, Civil War & Memorial Day, WW I, Underground Railroad & NW Ohio, Cold War Culture, Declaration of Independence, WW II, Moral Reform & Prohibition, Dresden Howard, Revolutionary War, Immigrant Communities in NW Ohio and the Vietnam War. All lectures are sponsored by the Grand Rapids Historical Society. Programs begin at 7pm with free admission.

Happy 250th Birthday USA Poetry Event
2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:30 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Town Hall, 24282 Front Street, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Happy 250th Birthday, U.S.A.!April is National Poetry Month, and the Grand Rapids Arts Council is getting ready for its 6th annual poetry celebration at the newly painted G.R. Town Hall. This year’s themes are:
***America the Beautiful***Patriotism***Independence
We’ll spend time writing the ever popular “Zip Code Poems”, thanks to Chuck Thomas! We will write together, sharing, and responding to meaningful American artifacts/written as well as objects. Whether you’ve been writing for years or just enjoy a good poem, you’re welcome to join us. Bring something you’ve written—or a favorite poem/song to read aloud!
Write a poem inspired by the themes and email it to grandrapidsartscouncil@gmail.com, by Monday, April 6th at midnight.Be sure to include your name & whether you’re a Student (6–12) or Adult.
Past poetry teachers will judge submissions and award 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prizes (with cash awards) Winners will have the chance to read their poems at the event if able to attend.Come out, share your voice, and celebrate creativity with our community. We can’t wait to hear what you’ve been writing!

Steering Committee Meeting
2026-04-20 18:30 (America/New_York) | Grand Rapids Library, Grand Rapids, OH, 43522, United States
Next meeting of the Steering committee is Monday (4/20), 6:30 pm at the library.
We are looking forward to seeing all of you at this meeting to collaborate and network!
Even if you haven’t been to a previous meeting, please join us! Let’s keep the positive momentum going!
